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Nov 13, 2024

IIM-Kozhikode, Emeritus Launch 'Chief Product Officer (CPO)' Course

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) collaborated with Emeritus, to launch the 'Chief Product Officer (CPO)' course. This new IIM Kozhikode course will begin on December 29.
This programme is designed for senior leaders with over eight years of experience, including aspiring and current CPOs/product leaders, as well as entrepreneurs and executives. It provides the skills needed to develop strategic thinking, customer empathy, effective communication and leadership abilities.
Participants will complete two online certificate courses from Kellogg Executive Education: 'AI Applications for Growth' and 'Data Strategy for AI Platforms'.

UGC Launches PhD Excellence Citation to Honour Top Researchers in Academia

The University Grants Commission (UGC) introduced the 'PhD Excellence Citation' to honour exceptional research achievements annually across multiple academic fields. This annual award aims to recognise outstanding PhD researchers from disciplines such as science, engineering, social sciences, and Indian languages.
Each year, ten citations will be awarded to highlight research that excels in originality, contribution to knowledge, methodology, clarity, impact, and presentation quality.
Through this initiative, the UGC hopes to boost research quality in Indian universities and bring national recognition to talented researchers across a broad range of fields.

Nov 12, 2024

IIT Madras Partners with ISRO to Establish Research Centre to Study Spacecraft

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras collaborated with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to create a Centre of Excellence specialising in research on 'Fluid and Thermal Sciences.' ISRO would provide seed funding of Rs. 1.84 crore towards establishing this centre.
This Centre will act as a nodal centre for spacecraft and launch vehicle-related thermal management research activities of ISRO. Thermal problems regarding the design, analysis and testing of various components could be done by leveraging the expertise of IIT Madras faculty.
An MoU for this collaboration was signed at IIT Madras by Professor Manu Santhanam, Dean (Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research), IIT Madras and Victor Joseph. T, Director, Directorate of Technology Development & Innovation (DTDI), ISRO, in the presence of Project coordinator Prof. Arvind Pattamatta, Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Madras, and other stakeholders from IIT Madras and ISRO.

Nov 11, 2024

Canada Govt Ends Fast-track Student Visas

In a decision that will impact applicants from India, and at a time when diplomatic ties between the two countries are strained, Canada ended its popular, fast-track student visa programme with immediate effect.
The Student Direct Stream (SDS) programme was launched in 2018 to provide faster processing for eligible post-secondary students from 14 countries, including India. Besides a shorter processing time, the approval rates were also higher under the programme.

IIT Kanpur's SATHEE, MoE Launch 45-day Crash Course for JEE Mains 2025

SATHEE, a joint initiative by IIT Kanpur and the Ministry of Education, introduced a focused 45-day crash course designed for students preparing for the JEE Mains exam in January 2025. Starting on November 11, 2024, this intensive course aims to provide structured resources and targeted study plans to boost students' readiness for the highly competitive JEE Mains.
The SATHEE crash course offers an array of educational tools and features to support student learning.
Additionally, students have access to daily practice questions, allowing them to strengthen their understanding and apply concepts practically. A specially crafted Mock Test series also forms part of the course, providing students with a realistic exam experience to build confidence and evaluate their preparation.

Karnataka Government Hikes Incentive Funds for SC/ST Students in Top Institutions

The Karnataka government announced an increase in incentive funds for SC and ST students pursuing education at prestigious national institutes. The decision aims to provide enhanced financial support to students enrolled in leading institutions such as IITs, IIMs, IISc, and NITs.
Karnataka's Social Welfare Minister, H. C. Mahadevappa, shared the update, highlighting the state's commitment to empowering students.
Previously set at Rs. 1 lakh, the fund has now been proposed to be increased to Rs. 2 lakh.
In addition to this, the state government has introduced a new initiative to support SC students who achieve remarkable academic success.

Nov 10, 2024

IIT Bhubaneswar and MOSart Labs Launch Diploma in Chip Design

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with MOSart Labs, introduced a professional diploma programme in semiconductor technology and chip design for engineering graduates. MOSart Labs, a private organisation, focusses on providing skill training for professionals.
The course is designed to enhance the skills of engineering graduates and prepare them for careers in various aspects of very-large-scale integration (VLSI). This includes semiconductor technology, analog and digital design, design verification, physical and layout design, as well as testing and validation.

Nov 09, 2024

West Bengal Introduces CCTV and Live-streaming for MBBS Exams

The West Bengal University of Health Sciences implemented new measures for conducting MBBS exams in the state's medical colleges. In line with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) introduced under the guidance of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who also serves as the state's Health Minister, all MBBS exams will now be conducted under CCTV surveillance and live-streamed for additional oversight.
To maintain exam integrity, answer sheets will no longer display student names but will use barcodes for identification. Seating arrangements will also follow an alternating odd-even roll number pattern to discourage copying among students.
These measures align with demands from junior doctors who advocated for stricter examination protocols after a recent tragic incident at a hospital, where a woman medic was allegedly assaulted and killed in August.

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